1998 Ford Explorer vs. 1967 Mazda Familia

To start off, 1998 Ford Explorer is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Explorer (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1967 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1967 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Explorer weights approximately 1160 kg more than 1967 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mazda Familia.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Ford Explorer 1967 Mazda Familia
Make Ford Mazda
Model Explorer Familia
Year Released 1998 1967
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3996 cc 987 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 160 HP 49 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 311 Nm 79 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1900 kg 740 kg
Vehicle Length 4790 mm 3790 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1470 mm
Vehicle Height 1840 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 2840 mm 2200 mm